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Study COPDGene Redefines Diagnostic Criteria of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ranks among the top causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Current diagnostic criteria for the disease are based exclusively on spirometric examination. Increasing evidence, however, suggests that a significant number of patients show signs of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease without pathological findings on spirometry. The analysis of the COPDGene study thus proposes expanding the diagnostic criteria to include additional parameters.
Preserving Quality of Life for Patients During Palliative Treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
An analysis of the quality of life of patients treated with a combination of atezolizumab with…
Quality of Life of Patients on Adjuvant Treatment for HER2-Positive Breast Cancer
The KATHERINE clinical trial demonstrated that adjuvant therapy with trastuzumab emtansine compared…
High Dose of Protein Affects Mortality in Critically Ill Patients if They Do Not Have Sepsis
The optimal composition of nutrition in terms of adequate energy and protein intake for critically…
KDIGO: The Choice of Dialysis Modality Must Consider Patient Individuality
The moment of initiating dialysis, as well as the period immediately before and after it, is…
Perioperative Management in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation Treated with NOACs
The recommended procedures for perioperative management in patients using novel oral anticoagulants…
Obstacle Called Vasospasm: Which Solution Is Most Effective in Microsurgery and How to Pharmacologically Assist It?
Turkish authors in their study focused on the use of metamizole in addressing vasospasm in…
Cannabidiol as a way to reduce anxiety in patients with Parkinson's disease?
A recent study by Brazilian authors examined the effects of cannabidiol on tremors and anxiety in…
Thromboprophylaxis in Cancer Patients − Results of Current Meta-Analysis
A recently published meta-analysis shows the benefits of thromboprophylaxis in cancer patients,…
About Sartans: An Overview with Consideration of Their Position in the Current Coronavirus Situation
Sartans, or AT1 receptor blockers for angiotensin II (ARBs), are among the first-line…
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